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Queensland COVID-19 Restrictions Lifted
With COVID-19 restrictions now eased in Queensland, what exactly are you able to do from this Saturday? Police will be checking.
Anzac Day 2020
2020 is the first time since 1919 ANZAC Day services have been cancelled. PAY YOUR RESPECTS AT HOME WITH A DAWN DRIVEWAY SERVICE. The national campaign is called “Light up the Dawn”.
Social Distancing Restrictions Could Be Lifted Within Weeks
Great news for Queenslanders!
Social distancing restrictions may be lifted within a matter of weeks.
The New Rental Laws: The Fine Details
Following on from our post yesterday, new rental laws were passed on Wednesday evening in Parliament. The new laws include a range of protection measures for tenants, including a ban on evictions if tenants are unable to pay their rent due to being impacted by COVID-19.
New Rental Laws Due To COVID-19
New rental laws have been passed in Queensland Parliament overnight. The new laws are in response to COVID-19 and include measures to protect tenants. The laws apply to both private and commercial tenants.
Domestic Violence & The COVID-19 Response
$5.5 million increased funding has been dedicated to domestic violence services to assist services to cope during COVID-19. The statistics show these services need the support with a 75% increase in Google searches for domestic violence services and a significant increase in calls.
Virgin & Voluntary Administration: What Does This Mean?
With COVID-19 travel restrictions in place, many airlines are struggling. News broke late yesterday that Virgin Australia has now been placed into voluntary administration, with $5 billion in debts.
Commercial Leases & The Impact Of COVID-19
A new mandatory code of conduct has been proposed by Prime Minister Scott Morrison. Landlords and tenants can expect to see a range of changes over the following weeks.
Our Adopted Koala Anwen’s Release Back Into The Wild
Over 5 months ago devastating bushfires took hold of Australia. Countless animals were injured and in need of adoption so Quinn & Scattini came to the rescue of 5 koalas.
Changes To Property Owner Tenant Laws
“35% of people rent their home. 90% of rental supply are Mum and Dad investors”. Proposed changes to property owner and tenant laws were announced on Friday by the Queensland Government. The changes are due to COVID-19 and include evictions being prohibited, rental payment waivers and non-essential inspections and maintenance on hold.
A Predicted Recession & Bankruptcy
Australia is now facing its largest economic downturn – one we haven’t seen anything like in 90 years. Economists have predicted Australia will be facing a recession, and this prediction takes into account the current Government financial handouts.
Easter 2020: How To Avoid A Fine
The effects of social distancing are beginning to show in Queensland, with a reduction in COVID-19 cases yesterday.
With Easter approaching it is important you continue to follow health directions to avoid being fined by police. So what exactly can, and what you cannot, do this Easter?